Architecture Medical Planner

Posted Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose. We are seeking an experienced Medical Planner to lead the planning and design of complex healthcare facilities. This roleis responsible forguiding programming, master planning, and medical design efforts while serving as a trusted expert to clients and user groups. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of healthcare environments,strong communicationabilities, and a passion for advancinghigh-quality, innovative, and sustainable healthcare design. This position alsorepresentsthe firm nationally as a technical expert within the healthcare design industry. REPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Lead the medical planning effort for large, complex healthcare facility projects. Provide medical planningexpertiseto project teams and contribute to the firmwide healthcare practice. Participate in user meetings with department heads, clinicians, and specialists to collect programming requirements. Develop a comprehensive understanding of clients’ program needs, standards, policies, and operational workflows. Apply technical knowledge in the planning and design of healthcare facilities ofvarious sizesand types. Oversee interdisciplinary coordination and ensure technical quality control throughout the project. Prepare andmodifyarchitectural documents, including drawings, elevations, sections, and details. Develop solutions to technical and design challenges while adhering toestablishedstandards. Communicate planning concepts through verbal presentations, diagrams, and written reports. Lead project meetings and client presentations as needed. Mentor and guide less experienced staff, contributing to professional development within the team. Activelyparticipatein the firmwide healthcare practice and relevant industry associations. Promote sustainability principles and Evidence-Based Design. Foster strong internal and external client relationships. Teamwork Assistin developing project scope, work plans, and service agreements. Translate planning concepts into clear, actionable guidance for clients, designers, and project team members. Support design development and the modification or review of medical planning solutions. Coordinate project budgets and milestone schedules in partnership with project managers, architects, and engineers. Collaborate closely with consultants to implement medical planning strategies. Contribute to developing standard materials describing the Healthcare Group’s systems, processes, and project portfolio. Prepare 2D and 3Dpresentationand design drawings. EDUCATION &EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Architectureor equivalent combination of education and experiencerequired. Master’s degreepreferred. Minimum 5 years of experience focusing on healthcare projects, including new facilities, renovations, departmental planning, and complex largescale healthcare environments. LEED Accreditation or Green Associate credential preferred. Strong knowledge of healthcare planning principles, workflow, and clinical operations. Proficiencyin architectural documentation and construction detailing. Ability to clearly communicate planning concepts through verbal, written, and graphic formats. Experience leading user group meetings and client presentations. Ability to mentor junior staff and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Commitment to sustainability and evidence-based design practices. Strongproblem-solvingskills and the ability toanticipateproject needs. Other Requirements Overtime may berequiredbased on project needs. HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. hybrid work environment , 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays ) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings. Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected salary range for this position in Denver, Colorado is $80,000-$115,000 per year. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus. HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr HOK